Bumper to Bumper Radio, the car guys on KTAR, 92.3 FM in Phoenix, AZ, broadcast every Saturday from 11:00 am to noon. On this show, Matt Allen of Virginia Auto Service in Phoenix, AZ is joined by Dino Crescentini of DFC Brakes to talk about keeping your vehicle safe on the road with a healthy braking system. Also on this show: 

  • How Dino Crescentini first got involved with automotive repair and brakes.
  • How braking systems have evolved for vehicles over time.
  • 2023 Ford Maverick: At just 7k miles my ABS system failed. The dealership replaced the entire unit but now I'm having similar issues 15k miles later.
  • Where should I turn next? 
  • 2016 Dodge Caravan: What does a modern "tune-up" include?
  • 2020 Ford Fusion: How much should I expect to pay to replace my brakes, spark plugs, and coils?
  • 2020 Ford Fusion: With all wheel drive, how often should I change my transfer case fluid?
  • 2018 Subaru Outback: Why am I going through tires so quickly?
  • 2008 Crown Victoria: Why does my car have issues starting intermittently?
  • 2007 Chevrolet Malibu: Why can't I provide my own brake pads for a brake job?
  • 2008 Honda Odyssey: Why is my brake pedal so soft?

Cars talked about on this show are the 2023 Ford Maverick, 2016 Dodge Caravan, 2020 Ford Fusion, 2018 Subaru Outback, 2008 Crown Victoria, 2007 Chevrolet Malibu, and the 2008 Honda Odyssey.

Bumper Audio Clip of the Week

Bumper to Bumper helps a listener who is having major braking issues with their 2023 Ford Maverick.